The White House recently announced a plan to impose tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico unless more steps were taken to curb illegal migration at the U.S.-Mexico border. But on June 7, President Trump announced that Mexico had pledged to enhance its efforts to address border security issues, and the proposed tariffs were not imposed. As U.S. Meat Export …
April Beef, Pork Exports Below 2018 Levels
April exports of U.S. beef and pork were lower than in 2018, while U.S. lamb exports continued to trend higher. The numbers come from data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Beef exports totaled just over 105 metric tons in April, five percent lower year-over-year, although the export value was down just slightly to $674.2 …
Great Beef Month Promotion in Georgia
May Beef Month in Georgia has come to an end. Kaytlyn Malia, director of public relations and industry information for the Georgia Beef Board, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman it was a great month. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, …
Livestock Producers Received Higher Prices in April
The latest USDA Ag Prices Index reveals an overall increase in prices received by producers. But as Rod Bain reports, much of that came from the livestock sector. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida …
USMEF on Issues with U.S. Red Meat in China
It was recently noted that next month President Trump is scheduled to meet with the Chinese President, as many in agriculture are concerned with the trade war between the two countries. Last week, the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) held their Spring Conference in Kansas City, Missouri. During the event, USMEF President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, talked about how the U.S. red meat industry …
NCBA on Importance of U.S. Beef Trade
In an interview with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Senior Director of International Trade, Kent Bacus, he explained to Southeast AgNet how trade is an important part of the U.S. beef industry’s bottom line. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester …
USMEF Encouraged by Recent Breakthroughs
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is holding their Spring Conference in Kansas City, Missouri this week. During the event, a media conference was held where USMEF President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, talked about the recent breakthroughs that are important to the U.S. red meat industry. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Excellence in Beef Course Held in Florida
Together with the University of Florida, the Florida Beef Council (FBC) recently conducted an Excellence in Beef Course. DeAnne Maples, FBC director of beef marketing and promotion, explained to Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman what the event was all about. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development …
Winner Chosen in Bama’s Best Beef Contest
A winner has been announced in the 2019 Bama’s Best Beef Contest. Ali Cantrell, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association director of education and outreach, has details about the delicious beef meal that was chosen. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture …
More Promotions for Georgia Beef Month
May Beef Month in Georgia continues with various promotions and events taking place. In this Beef Checkoff report, Kaytlyn Malia, director of public relations and industry information for the Georgia Beef Board, talks about a big event that took place this past weekend. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …